Paul Vallas now runs the day-to-day operations of the Bridgeport school system. He knows something about managing urban schools. He did that in Philadelphia, Chicago and New Orleans.
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New York Times Scribe: ‘The Random Horror Of The Death Penalty’
Lincoln Caplan, a member of the The New York Times Editorial Board, writes that Connecticut’s death penalty should sleep with the fishes. Check out his
Read moreThe Politics Of Violent Crime–Newton Calls Community Rally
Afternoon Update: Police Chief Joe Gaudett, fresh off a new five-year contract, isn’t exactly relaxing the first week of the new year. Two homicides, including
Read moreKnock, Knock, Searching For Himes’ GOP Opponents–The McMahon/Shays Factor
Congressman Jim Himes must be feeling pretty good about his reelection chances. That prehistoric noise you just heard came from Republican operatives who want to vanquish
Read moreThis Is Stupid, Generator Operating In Basement Sends 10 To Hospital
From www.doingitlocal.com Tragedy was averted early Saturday morning when fire officials were called to 232 Madison Avenue. A total of ten people were sent to
Read moreCarding City Employees–What Gives!
Finance Director Dawn Norton issued this memo to city employees: “It has come to my attention that there are major policy violations pertaining to the
Read moreIs Hennessy Facing The Lyons Den? Hennessy Responds To Barnes
UPDATE, Hennessy’s Barnes Burner: It will be a mighty good fight if City Councilwoman Michelle Lyons gets in the race to unseat State Rep. Jack
Read moreThe Twisted Johnny Rizzo: A Comic’s Journey
Bridgeport is loaded with comics and we’re not even counting the City Council. John Ratzenberger, Kevin Nealon, Richard Belzer are among the funny men either
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